1970 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2001 BMW 316
To start off, 2001 BMW 316 is newer by 31 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 178 more horse power than 2001 BMW 316. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 BMW 316. 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, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1970 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Aston Martin DB6 | 2001 BMW 316 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB6 | 316 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |