1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 42 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 141 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB6 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
