1971 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 38 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (279 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS.
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, 2009 Lexus GS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. 2009 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1971 Aston Martin DB6 has manual transmission. 1971 Aston Martin DB6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Aston Martin DB6 | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | DB6 | GS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
