1971 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2000 BMW X5
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1971 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Aston Martin DB6 | 2000 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB6 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
