1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB5 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 506 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |