1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1980 Holden Commodore is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 2 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | DB2 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1954 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1890 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |