1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1953 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1953 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1953 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GAZ |
| Model | DB5 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2119 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
