1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 93 kg more than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB6 | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 119 L |