1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is newer by 43 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 6,350 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,183 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 869 more horse power than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero.
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, 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,483 Nm @ 6150 RPM) has 1094 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 | 2008 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
Make | Aston Martin | SSC |
Model | DB5 | Ultimate Aero |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 6350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 1183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 1483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1090 mm |