1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2003 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2003 Holden Monaro is newer by 42 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (266 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Monaro weights approximately 249 kg more than 1961 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, 2003 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. 2003 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1961 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2003 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB4 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1353 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
