2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (460 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 714 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. 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 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | Vanquish | Belmont |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5932 cc | 2130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |