1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 14 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 670 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban 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 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB5 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3300 mm |
