1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 44 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 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti M. (298 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 318 kg more than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
| Model | DB6 | M |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2900 mm |
