1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 169 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 20 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester 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 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | DB5 | Forester |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 64 L |