1967 AC 428 vs. 1970 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
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 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1970 Aston Martin DB6 has manual transmission. 1970 Aston Martin DB6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1970 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | 428 | DB6 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |