1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2006 BMW M6
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 40 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 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Aston Martin DB6.
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, 2006 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 2006 BMW M6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB6 | M6 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |