2001 AC Cobra vs. 1964 Aston Martin DB5

To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 37 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, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 AC Cobra.

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, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.

Compare all specifications:

2001 AC Cobra 1964 Aston Martin DB5
Make AC Aston Martin
Model Cobra DB5
Year Released 2001 1964
Body Type Roadster Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3506 cc 3996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 314 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 390 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3850 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 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 1060 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2500 mm


 

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