1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (335 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (238 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro. 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, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (488 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (427 Nm). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB7 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
