1995 Audi A6 vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 28 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Audi A6. (286 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 1995 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 400 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A6 | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Audi | Aston Martin |
| Model | A6 | DB6 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
