1970 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 1974 BMW Touring is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1974 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Aston Martin DB6 | 1974 BMW Touring | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB6 | Touring |
Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |