1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1995 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1995 Nissan Skyline is newer by 26 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, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Skyline. (271 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 34 kg more than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Aston Martin DB6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Skyline, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Skyline. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1995 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB6 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
