1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1979 Renault 18
To start off, 1979 Renault 18 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 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 234 more horse power than 1979 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1979 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Aston Martin DB5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Renault 18, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1979 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | DB5 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
