1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6

To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 28 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 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX 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, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda S-MX 1968 Aston Martin DB6
Make Honda Aston Martin
Model S-MX DB6
Year Released 1996 1968
Body Type Hatchback Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1973 cc 3995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 130 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1625 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2620 mm


 

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