1997 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (335 HP) has 122 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (400 Nm). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB7 | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 213 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
