1971 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2008 BMW 745
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 37 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 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1971 Aston Martin DB6.
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 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. 2008 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1971 Aston Martin DB6 has manual transmission. 1971 Aston Martin DB6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Aston Martin DB6 | 2008 BMW 745 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB6 | 745 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 701 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3000 mm |