1971 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 37 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.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (301 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Aston Martin DB6 | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB6 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
