1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1959 Austin A 40
To start off, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 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 291 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 737 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1959 Austin A 40 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB6 | A 40 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 26 L |