1999 BMW 318 vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. 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, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (355 Nm). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 318 | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 318 | DB6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 400 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |