1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1965 Aston Martin DB5
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 7 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin. 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | |
| Make | AMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Javelin | DB5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |
