1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon

To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon weights approximately 294 kg more than 1964 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Aston Martin DB5 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon
Make Aston Martin Aston Martin
Model DB5 V8 Saloon
Year Released 1964 1980
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3996 cc 5340 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 314 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 434 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.3:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1824 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 104 L


 

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