1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 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 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 121 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Xedos |
| Model | DB6 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
