1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 31 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 119 more horse power than 1999 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Aston Martin DB6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Aston Martin DB6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Telstar | DB6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
