1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1965 Aston Martin DB5
To start off, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (108 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
Model | Giulietta | DB5 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 86 L |