1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. 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, 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1976 Holden Torana | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | V8 Vantage | Torana |
Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |