1983 Opel Rekord vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1983 Opel Rekord is newer by 16 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 168 more horse power than 1983 Opel Rekord. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1983 Opel Rekord. 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, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Rekord. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Rekord | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | Opel | Aston Martin |
Model | Rekord | DB6 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |