1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1963 Seat 600
To start off, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 600 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 263 more horse power than 1963 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1963 Seat 600. 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, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 1963 Seat 600 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
Model | DB6 | 600 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2010 mm |