1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1993 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1993 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 24 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, 1993 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Ghibli 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 101 kg more than 1993 Maserati Ghibli.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Maserati Ghibli. (335 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1993 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | DB6 | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |