1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 125 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB6 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
