1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 46 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 3,995 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 34 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 777 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB5 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| 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 | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |
