2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 38 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 5,934 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 398 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 675 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | Vanquish | HD |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
