1998 Nissan Silvia vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1998 Nissan Silvia is newer by 30 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 75 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Silvia. (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Silvia.
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, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Silvia | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
Model | Silvia | DB6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |