1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 87 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | DB5 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
