1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 1999 Lotus M250 is newer by 30 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 78 more horse power than 1999 Lotus M250. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 547 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250. 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, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus M250. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
| Model | DB6 | M250 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
