1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Holden |
| Model | DB4 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
