1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1999 BMW 323
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 34 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 144 more horse power than 1999 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 BMW 323. 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 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1999 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB5 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |
