1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1977 Holden GTS is newer by 19 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 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 125 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1977 Holden GTS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | DB4 | GTS |
Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4139 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |