1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 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 186 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Aston Martin DB6 2004 Toyota Corolla
Make Aston Martin Toyota
Model DB6 Corolla
Year Released 1966 2004
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
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 96 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 71.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.9:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 238 km/hour 185 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1625 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 55 L