1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1971 Renault 15 is newer by 5 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 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 223 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB6 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
