1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 620 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1966 Holden HD | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | V8 Vantage | HD |
Year Released | 1984 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2930 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |