1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 7 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 205 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
| Model | DB5 | Dart |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
