1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1978 Skoda L is newer by 12 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 238 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
| Model | DB6 | L |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
