1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS 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 8 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (306 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 70 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 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
Model | DB5 | IS |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4800 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 | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 65 L |