1971 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier.
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, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 1971 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Aston Martin DB6 | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Buick |
| Model | DB6 | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |
