1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1968 Austin A 60
To start off, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 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) has 265 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1968 Austin A 60. 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1968 Austin A 60 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB6 | A 60 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 34 L |