1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 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 26 more horse power than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (288 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 283 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB5 | CHARGER |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1813 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 72 L |