1978 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Taft. (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Taft | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Aston Martin |
| Model | Taft | DB6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2530 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2620 mm |
