1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 28 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 898 kg more than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1969 Aston Martin DB6 has manual transmission. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB6 | Express |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 2364 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3440 mm |
