2004 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 36 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 325 kg more than 1968 Aston Martin DB6.
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, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Astro | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Aston Martin |
Model | Astro | DB6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |