1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 31 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage 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 71 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage 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 | 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB6 | Project Vantage |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
