1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1990 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1990 Holden Apollo is newer by 29 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 192 more horse power than 1990 Holden Apollo. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Apollo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1990 Holden Apollo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Apollo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Apollo. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1990 Holden Apollo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB4 | Apollo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
