1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1982 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 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 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (163 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB5 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |
