1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1995 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1995 TVR Cerbera is newer by 31 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1995 TVR Cerbera.
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, 1995 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Cerbera 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 | 1995 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | DB5 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |