1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2007 BMW 760
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 38 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 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 759 kg more than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. 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, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. 2007 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1969 Aston Martin DB6 has manual transmission. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2007 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB6 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 88 L |
