1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1967 Subaru FF-1
To start off, both 1967 Aston Martin DB6 and 1967 Subaru FF-1 were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 235 more horse power than 1967 Subaru FF-1. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1967 Subaru FF-1. 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, 1967 Subaru FF-1, 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Subaru FF-1. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 1967 Subaru FF-1 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | DB6 | FF-1 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |