1970 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
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, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1970 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Aston Martin DB6 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB6 | 993 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |