1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
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 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric 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 168 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1966 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB6 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
