1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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 57 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 89 L |