1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1974 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1974 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 9 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 287 more horse power than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1974 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Steyr |
| Model | DB5 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1510 mm |
