1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2007 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2007 Porsche Boxster is newer by 43 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 69 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (245 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Boxster. (273 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2007 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB5 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |