1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT 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 146 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT 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 Audi TT 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | DB5 | TT |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
