1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 19 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 200 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 54 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB5 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
