1971 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1956 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Aston Martin DB6 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Trabant |
| Model | DB6 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |
