1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1969 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (266 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB4 | DB6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 86 L |
