1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 33 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 133 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 45 kg more than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Aston Martin DB6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
Model | DB6 | Sharan |
Year Released | 1967 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |