1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 40 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 919 kg more than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (426 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB6 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 135 L |