1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB6 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 6996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 644 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |