1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1980 Audi Sport
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 15 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 14 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1980 Audi Sport | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB5 | Sport |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 90 L |
