1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 782 more horse power than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 | 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
Make | Aston Martin | Koenigsegg |
Model | DB6 | CCXR |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 1064 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 1060 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |