1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 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 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1958 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1958 Rover P4. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Rover |
| Model | DB6 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |
