1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 1970 NSU 1200 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Aston Martin DB6 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) has 197 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1200. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1200.
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) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | NSU |
| Model | DB6 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |
