1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2003 BMW M3
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
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, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2003 BMW M3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB6 | M3 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |