1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 31 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 148 more horse power than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 289 kg more than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 2000 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2000 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Vauxhall |
| Model | DB6 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
