1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV is newer by 39 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2003 Panoz AIV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV 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 | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Aston Martin | Panoz |
Model | DB5 | AIV |
Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 59 L |