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Aston Martin DB5
#14 • United Kingdom • 1963 - 1965 • Luxury Grand Tourer

Aston Martin DB5

The World's Most Famous Secret Agent GT

The Aston Martin DB5 is globally revered as a definitive milestone in automotive history. Featuring a 4.0L Tadek Marek DOHC Inline-6 delivering 282 HP, it achieved an illustrious legacy of the world's most famous secret agent gt.

Technical Specifications

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Key Highlights

  • Immortalized by James Bond in 'Goldfinger' (1964)
  • Superleggera magnesium-alloy coachwork by Touring
  • Epitome of British tailoring and high-speed luxury

Development History & Cultural Legacy

The development of the Aston Martin DB5 (1963 - 1965) represents a watershed moment for Aston Martin and the automotive industry. Engineered in United Kingdom during the 1950s-1960s, this machine pushed the boundaries of speed, styling, and engineering. Its 4.0L Tadek Marek DOHC Inline-6 paired with a ZF 5-speed manual allowed it to reach 233 km/h with breathtaking acceleration (7.1s 0-100 km/h). Over the decades, it won countless accolades, inspired generations of drivers, and permanently cemented its reputation as a world-renowned icon.

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