1967 Holden HR vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1967 Holden HR. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Holden HR. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Holden HR. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 2010 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Holden HR | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Holden | Aston Martin |
Model | HR | DB9 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3048 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4712 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2741 mm |