1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1965 DKW F 102
To start off, both 1965 Aston Martin DB5 and 1965 DKW F 102 were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 255 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 102. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1965 DKW F 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Aston Martin DB5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 DKW F 102, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 102. (103 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 DKW F 102.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1965 DKW F 102 | |
Make | Aston Martin | DKW |
Model | DB5 | F 102 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 390 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 31 L |