1991 BMW 525 vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1991 BMW 525 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1991 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1991 BMW 525. 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, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 525 | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 525 | DB6 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |