1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 16 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) has 265 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 846 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Aston Martin DB5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Aston Martin DB5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1979 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Daihatsu |
| Model | DB5 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 34 L |
