1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 24 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 188 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Aston Martin DB6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Aston Martin DB6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | DB6 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2560 mm |
