1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 27 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 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 602 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Gol, 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1996 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB6 | Gol |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
