1984 Ferrari GTO vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1984 Ferrari GTO is newer by 17 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, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 205 kg more than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. 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, 1984 Ferrari GTO (496 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari GTO | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | GTO | DB6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1625 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
