1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 36 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 168 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 MG TF. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Aston Martin | MG |
| Model | DB6 | TF |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
