1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
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 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 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 303 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 647 kg more than 1959 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Trabant |
Model | DB6 | P 70 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |