1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 34 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Holden Commodore. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Commodore weights approximately 20 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
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, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | DB5 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 395 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |