1973 Ferrari Dino vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1973 Ferrari Dino 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 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 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) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari Dino | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
Model | Dino | DB6 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |