1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Aston Martin DB6 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 139 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB6 | 120 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
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 | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |