1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR

To start off, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is newer by 32 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 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR 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 410 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.

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, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR 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 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
Make Aston Martin McLaren
Model DB5 F1 GTR
Year Released 1964 1996
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3996 cc 6061 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 314 HP 627 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 715 Nm
Torque RPM 3850 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1120 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1090 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2720 mm