1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 153 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Xedos |
| Model | DB5 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
