1970 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 36 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 67 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Aston Martin DB6 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB6 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
