1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 12 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 225 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DB5 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
