1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | DB5 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
