1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 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 132 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 491 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator. 2009 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1969 Aston Martin DB6 has manual transmission. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | DB6 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
