1969 AMC AMX vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1969 AMC AMX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. (325 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 223 kg more than 1969 AMC AMX.
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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC AMX | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
Model | AMX | DB6 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6384 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |