1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1971 Ford GT 40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. (325 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40.
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, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford GT 40 | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | GT 40 | DB6 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 72 L |