1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 40 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, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (302 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2009 BMW 135. 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB6 | 135 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 53 L |
