1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1996 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1996 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 30 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 144 more horse power than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1996 Donkervoort D8. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 1996 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Donkervoort |
Model | DB6 | D8 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2310 mm |