1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1966 Austin A 90
To start off, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 90 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 205 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 90 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 90. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1966 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB6 | A 90 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83.4 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 | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 34 L |