1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2007 Audi Q7
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 42 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 85 more horse power than 2007 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2007 Audi Q7 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, 2007 Audi Q7 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, 2007 Audi Q7 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 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 | 2007 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB5 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 100 L |
