1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 9 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 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 413 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | DB6 | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |