1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1973 BMW 3
To start off, 1973 BMW 3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3. (203 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1973 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 1973 BMW 3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB6 | 3 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3153 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |