1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 44 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 19 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 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB5 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 129 L |