1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 950 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.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB5 | Titan |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 140 L |