1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 16 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 62 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (220 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 393 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB6 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
