1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 34 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 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (286 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 894 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB5 | Express |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 7439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2424 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3440 mm |
