1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 29 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 43 more horse power than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Aston Martin |
Model | Guara | DB6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |