1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1965 Porsche 904
To start off, both 1965 Aston Martin DB5 and 1965 Porsche 904 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 904. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 831 kg more than 1965 Porsche 904. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1965 Porsche 904 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
Model | DB5 | 904 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 699 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 61 L |