1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 48 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 765 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 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental 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 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Aston Martin | Bentley |
Model | DB5 | Continental |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 660 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2227 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1404 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 90 L |