2000 AC Cobra vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 32 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, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. (325 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra.
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, 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:
2000 AC Cobra | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | AC | Aston Martin |
Model | Cobra | DB6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2590 mm |