1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 310 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
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 DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | DB3 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1954 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |