2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 41 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 599 | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Aston Martin |
| Model | 599 | DB6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 72 L |
