1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 47 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 14 more horse power than 2012 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 322 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2012 Acura RL | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Acura |
| Model | DB5 | RL |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 73 L |
