1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1974 Bitter Diplomat
To start off, 1974 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 5 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 189 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, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat 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 | 1974 Bitter Diplomat | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Bitter |
| Model | DB6 | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2690 mm |
