2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 775 kg more than 1965 Holden FB Special. 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | Vanquish | FB Special |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 520 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 555 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |