1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Greyhound | DB6 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
