2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (577 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB7 | HD |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
