1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1984 Daimler 4.2
To start off, 1984 Daimler 4.2 is newer by 18 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 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daimler 4.2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 205 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daimler 4.2. (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daimler 4.2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 1984 Daimler 4.2 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daimler |
| Model | DB6 | 4.2 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |
