1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe 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 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 101 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Aston Martin DB6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mini |
| Model | DB6 | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |
