1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 7 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 259 kg more than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. 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.
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1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB6 | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |