1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1955 DKW F 93
To start off, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW F 93 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 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1955 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Aston Martin DB6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 DKW F 93, 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, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 1955 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DKW |
| Model | DB6 | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2360 mm |
