1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 37 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 267 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB5 | Life |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
