1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1973 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 108 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1973 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB6 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |
