1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2004 Honda Fit
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 37 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 200 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Honda Fit, 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 2004 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB6 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
