1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 42 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 31 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (283 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB5 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |