1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup is newer by 34 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 150 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 299 kg more than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB6 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2960 mm |
