1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2004 Maserati MC12 is newer by 39 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 5,998 cc (2 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 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 | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | DB5 | MC12 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 88 L |