1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1957 Austin A 35
To start off, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 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 280 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1957 Austin A 35 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | DB5 | A 35 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 62.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 26 L |