1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada 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 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 977 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada 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 | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB5 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5555 cc |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 106 L |
