1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1964 Aston Martin DB5
To start off, 1969 Abarth 1300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 894 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | 1300 | DB5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 86 L |
