1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport 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 130 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
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 Maserati GranSport (453 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport 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 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | DB5 | GranSport |
Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 73 L |