1976 Holden Statesman vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 275 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Statesman. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Statesman | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Holden | Aston Martin |
| Model | Statesman | DBS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2741 mm |
