1970 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 43 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 21 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (261 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1970 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. 2013 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1970 Aston Martin DB6 has manual transmission. 1970 Aston Martin DB6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Aston Martin DB6 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB6 | X5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |