1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 30 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | DB4 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |