1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1998 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial 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 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 16 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (266 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. 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) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari Mondial. (363 Nm). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 1998 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB6 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 84 L |
