1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, both 1966 Aston Martin DB6 and 1966 Wartburg 353 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 233 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 353. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Aston Martin DB6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Aston Martin DB6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Wartburg 353, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 353. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Wartburg |
Model | DB6 | 353 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 44 L |