1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1966 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1966 Lotus Europa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 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 238 more horse power than 1966 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1966 Lotus Europa. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1966 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lotus |
Model | DB5 | Europa |
Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |