2002 BMW 332 vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 34 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, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
Model | 332 | DB6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |