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 (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 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 72 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
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 | 3668 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |