1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1992 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 25 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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 348.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 1992 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB6 | 348 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.4:1 |
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 | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |