1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 29 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 40 more horse power than 1996 Lexus SC. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Lexus SC. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus SC. (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 1996 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | DB6 | SC |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
