1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1989 Maserati 430
To start off, 1989 Maserati 430 is newer by 22 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 35 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 430. (247 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 430. (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 430.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 1989 Maserati 430 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | DB6 | 430 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |