1970 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 35 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, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 325 kg more than 1970 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Aston Martin DB6 | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB6 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 21.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
