1970 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 39 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 116 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 496 kg more than 2009 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Aston Martin DB6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Aston Martin DB6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Aston Martin DB6 | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB6 | Element |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
