1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 California
To start off, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 California. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 California would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 29 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) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. (363 Nm). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 365 California.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1967 Ferrari 365 California | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB6 | 365 California |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 133 L |
