1970 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 40 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 82 more horse power than 2010 Audi TT. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Aston Martin DB6 | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB6 | TT |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4178 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
