1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1953 Austin A 110
To start off, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB6.
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, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 1953 Austin A 110 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB6 | A 110 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 287 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 111.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 34 L |