1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2005 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 GMC Yukon. (287 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 560 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.

Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon
Make Aston Martin GMC
Model DB5 Yukon
Year Released 1965 2005
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3995 cc 5328 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 314 HP 287 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 390 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 3850 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 2090 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2880 mm


 

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