1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1959 BMW 507
To start off, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1959 BMW 507. 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, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 1959 BMW 507 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB6 | 507 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 110 L |