1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2000 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 35 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) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (249 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
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) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche Boxster. (309 Nm). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2000 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Porsche |
| Model | DB5 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 249 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
