1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (302 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 170 kg more than 1965 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | DB5 | Berlina |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |