1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango 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 24 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 695 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Aston Martin | Dodge |
Model | DB5 | Durango |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 93 L |