1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1966 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. (325 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 BMW Z8.
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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z8 | 1966 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | Z8 | DB6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |