1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, both 1969 Aston Martin DB6 and 1969 Dodge Challenger were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 59 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 Dodge Challenger (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB6 | Challenger |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |