1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 44 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 97 more horse power than 2011 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 853 kg more than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | DB6 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
