1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2012 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis 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, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (333 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 205 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (394 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2012 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Hyundai |
| Model | DB5 | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4986 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 73 L |
