2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1973 BMW Touring
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (449 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1973 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB9 | Touring |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
