1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America 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 176 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
Make | Aston Martin | Talbot |
Model | DB6 | Lago America |
Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |