1970 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 39 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Aston Martin DB6 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB6 | M3 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |