1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit 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 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 197 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Aston Martin DB5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2009 Honda Fit | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | DB5 | Fit |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 40 L |