1970 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 Aston Martin DB6.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Aston Martin DB6 | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB6 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
