2004 GMC Safari vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 37 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (188 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 320 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari. 2004 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1967 Aston Martin DB6 has manual transmission. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 GMC Safari | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | GMC | Aston Martin |
Model | Safari | DB6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 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 | 98 L | 72 L |