1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 45 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 970 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, 2009 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. 2009 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1964 Aston Martin DB5 has manual transmission. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2009 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | DB5 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 117 L |
