1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 308 is newer by 5 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 308 | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
Model | 308 | DB6 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |