1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z 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 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 27 more horse power than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z. 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) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (373 Nm). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB5 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |
