1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 79 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (235 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 43 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB5 | Lumina |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |