1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1999 BMW V12
To start off, 1999 BMW V12 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 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW V12 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. 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, 1999 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (389 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1999 BMW V12 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB5 | V12 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 909 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
