2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 924 kg more than 1972 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB7 | Torana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
