1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB7 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
