2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1978 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 730 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 318 more horse power than 1978 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 730.
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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 730. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1978 BMW 730 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DBS | 730 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |