1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1983 Hummer H1
To start off, 1983 Hummer H1 is newer by 16 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Hummer H1. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Hummer H1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 1983 Hummer H1 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Hummer H1 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 Hummer H1 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 1983 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hummer |
| Model | DB6 | H1 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3310 mm |
