1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 13 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 250 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1978 Seat 124 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
Model | DB5 | 124 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |