1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2003 Lexus SC
To start off, 2003 Lexus SC is newer by 38 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 89 more horse power than 2003 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 Lexus SC. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2003 Lexus SC | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
Model | DB5 | SC |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |