1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2002 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2002 TVR Chimaera is newer by 33 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 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2002 TVR Chimaera. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 437 kg more than 2002 TVR Chimaera. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2002 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
| Model | DB6 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 57 L |
