1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 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 309 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
| Model | 500 | DB6 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
