2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 32 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 5,934 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 441 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 945 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana. 1972 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | Vanquish | Torana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
