1971 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2005 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2005 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Aston Martin DB6.
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, 2005 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Aston Martin DB6 | 2005 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB6 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |