1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1965 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 ZAZ 966 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 255 more horse power than 1965 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1965 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1965 ZAZ 966. 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 1965 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | ZAZ |
| Model | DB6 | 966 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2170 mm |
