1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 231 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 777 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Volkswagen |
| Model | DB5 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |
