1976 BMW 630 vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1976 BMW 630. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (255 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 630 | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 630 | DB9 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4712 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2741 mm |