1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 49 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 755 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB5 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
