1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2006 BMW MM Roadster
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 41 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, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW MM Roadster. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW MM Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2006 BMW MM Roadster | |
| Make | Aston Martin | BMW |
| Model | DB5 | MM Roadster |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 55 L |
