1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 48 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 210 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Aston Martin DB5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Aston Martin DB5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB5 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2673 mm |
