1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1981 Audi 80
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 16 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 178 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 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, 1981 Audi 80 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1981 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB5 | 80 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
