1977 Holden GTS vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 235 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS. 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 V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Holden GTS | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Holden | Aston Martin |
Model | GTS | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4139 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2604 mm |