1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1965 Holden FB Special is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1965 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | DB4 | FB Special |
Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |