1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1971 Holden Statesman 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 122 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 Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. 1971 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1958 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB4 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
