1971 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2011 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2011 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 40 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 822 more horse power than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Zenvo ST1 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, 2011 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1030 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Zenvo ST1 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 | 2011 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Zenvo |
| Model | DB6 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 375 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 | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3055 mm |
