1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford 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 209 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1954 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin-Healey |
Model | DB5 | Tickford |
Year Released | 1965 | 1954 |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |