1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1970 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Newport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 290 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 1970 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB6 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
