1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1979 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 312 is newer by 10 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 861 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 312.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1979 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB6 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 12300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
