1970 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2008 BMW 645
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 38 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Aston Martin DB6 | 2008 BMW 645 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB6 | 645 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |