1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1948 Holden FX
To start off, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Holden FX would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP) has 263 more horse power than 1948 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1948 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1948 Holden FX. 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 1948 Holden FX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB5 | FX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
