1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 11 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 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB 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 14 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB 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 | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB6 | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 110 L |