1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 50 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 150 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Aston Martin |
| Model | DB5 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1241 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
