2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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 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 164 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Dakota | DB6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
