1971 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 35 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 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 6 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Aston Martin DB6 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB6 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
