1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1998 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 32 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 226 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 833 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Mira will offer significantly more control. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Mira. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Mira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 1998 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | DB6 | Mira |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |
