1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 45 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 942 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.
Because 2011 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2011 Bentley Continental GTC (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC has automatic transmission and 1966 Aston Martin DB6 has manual transmission. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 2011 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
| Model | DB6 | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
