1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 41 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 345 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 | 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB5 | Vanquish |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
