1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1994 Honda Legend
To start off, 1994 Honda Legend is newer by 29 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 113 more horse power than 1994 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Legend weights approximately 20 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
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, 1994 Honda Legend, 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1994 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB5 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
