1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (302 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 405 kg more than 1963 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | DB4 | Berlina |
Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |