1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 236 more horse power than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1964 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, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB5 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
