2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1957 BMW 503
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 503 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1957 BMW 503 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DBS | 503 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |