1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 174 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB6 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 6998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 506 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |