1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1955 Fiat V8
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 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat V8 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 157 more horse power than 1955 Fiat V8. (125 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1955 Fiat V8. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 1955 Fiat V8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB6 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
