2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (249 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (309 Nm). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Porsche | Aston Martin |
| Model | Boxster | DB6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2620 mm |
