1987 TVR 420 vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1987 TVR 420 is newer by 20 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 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 420 should accelerate faster than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR 420. (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR 420.
Compare all specifications:
1987 TVR 420 | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | TVR | Aston Martin |
Model | 420 | DB6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4225 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 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 | 1170 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |