2006 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2006 BMW M6. (507 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M6.
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, 2006 BMW M6 (705 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | BMW | Aston Martin |
| Model | M6 | DBS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
