1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 32 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 236 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (78 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lada |
| Model | DB5 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 42 L |
