1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2009 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 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 150 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2009 BMW 523. 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, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2009 BMW 523 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB6 | 523 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |