1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1951 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1951 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1951 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GAZ |
| Model | DB6 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
