1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 5 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 235 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. 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 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB5 | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
