1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1968 Holden Belmont is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB5 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
