1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 48 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 9 more horse power than 2012 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 235 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Acura |
| Model | DB5 | TL |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
