1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 47 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB5 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1316 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 72 L |