1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2010 Honda Fit

To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 45 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 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 401 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 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 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 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 2010 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Aston Martin DB5 2010 Honda Fit
Make Aston Martin Honda
Model DB5 Fit
Year Released 1965 2010
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3995 cc 1500 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 390 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 3850 RPM 4800 RPM
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 1129 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4105 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1524 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2499 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 40 L