1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 202 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 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB5 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 74 L |
