1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1977 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1977 Holden Sunbird is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1977 Holden Sunbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1977 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | DB2 | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1956 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |