2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Holden FE would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1956 Holden FE. 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1956 Holden FE | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | DB7 | FE |
Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |