2003 Ford Laser vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2003 Ford Laser is newer by 35 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 177 more horse power than 2003 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2003 Ford Laser. 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, 2003 Ford Laser, 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Laser | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Laser | DB6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
