2004 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 79 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Aston Martin |
| Model | Santa Fe | DB6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
