2000 Seat Leon vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon 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, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Seat Leon. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 142 kg more than 2000 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Leon. (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Leon | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Seat | Aston Martin |
| Model | Leon | DB6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
