1961 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 150 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB2.
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, 1961 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB2 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB2 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
