1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 41 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1303 kg more 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra 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 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | DB5 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 132 L |
