1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Aston Martin |
Model | W 111 | DB6 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2778 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |