1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 132 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 207 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chevrolet |
Model | DB5 | Equinox |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 71 L |