1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 210 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB5 | Cayman |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
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 | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2415 mm |