1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Publica 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 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 1976 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 941 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Toyota |
| Model | DB6 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 993 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 RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2170 mm |
