2000 BMW 320 vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 33 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 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320. 2000 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1967 Aston Martin DB6 has manual transmission. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | 320 | DB6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
