1971 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 39 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 114 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120.
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, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 2010 BMW 120 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. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Aston Martin DB6 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
Model | DB6 | 120 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |