1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2004 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2004 Nissan Primera is newer by 40 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 191 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Primera. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Aston Martin DB5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2004 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB5 | Primera |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 62 L |
