1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 1987 Maserati 228 is newer by 22 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 62 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | DB5 | 228 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
