1966 Ferrari 330 vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 330. 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, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 330 | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | 330 | DB6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
