1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 23 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 4,943 cc, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 49 kg more than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR 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 | 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB6 | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 110 L |
