1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1959 Fiat 750
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 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 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 241 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 881 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. 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 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | DB6 | 750 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 37 L |