1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1998 Honda SSM
To start off, 1998 Honda SSM is newer by 35 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.
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) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda SSM. (286 Nm). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda SSM.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1998 Honda SSM | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DB5 | SSM |
Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1999 cc |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 390 Nm | 286 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |