1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 40 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
| Model | DB5 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 98 L |
