1999 BMW 320 vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1999 BMW 320 is newer by 32 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 148 more horse power than 1999 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1999 BMW 320. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 320 | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 320 | DB6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1370 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |