1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 Holden Monaro is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Monaro weights approximately 72 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | DB5 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |