1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Holden Combo
To start off, 2005 Holden Combo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 2005 Holden Combo. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 790 kg more than 2005 Holden Combo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Combo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Holden Combo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | V8 Vantage | Combo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |