1985 Renault 25 vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 17 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 145 more horse power than 1985 Renault 25. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1985 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Renault | Aston Martin |
| Model | 25 | DB6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
