2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
Model | DBS | Monaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |