1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden EH would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1964 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1964 Holden EH. 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden EH. (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden EH.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1964 Holden EH | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB5 | EH |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
