1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 18 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 12 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 205 kg more than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
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) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (289 Nm). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
Model | 328 GTS | DB6 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |