1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1973 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1973 Ferrari Dino is newer by 8 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 121 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1973 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
| Model | DB5 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 59.9 mm |
| 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
