1951 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1989 BMW 850
To start off, 1989 BMW 850 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Aston Martin DB2 | 1989 BMW 850 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB2 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |
