1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2006 BMW M6
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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, 2006 BMW M6 (705 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2006 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2006 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | V8 Volante | M6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 507 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |
