1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1977 Skoda L
To start off, 1977 Skoda L is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1977 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1977 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1977 Skoda L | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
| Model | DB5 | L |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 38 L |
