1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 43 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 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. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB6 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
