1984 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1963 Aston Martin DB5

To start off, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 570 kg more than 1963 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, 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Aston Martin Lagonda 1963 Aston Martin DB5
Make Aston Martin Aston Martin
Model Lagonda DB5
Year Released 1984 1963
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5339 cc 3993 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 309 HP 314 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 434 Nm 390 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3850 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2100 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 5290 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 97 L 86 L


 

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