1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1998 Chrysler Chronos
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Chronos is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Chronos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Chronos should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (311 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm). This means 1998 Chrysler Chronos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. 1998 Chrysler Chronos has automatic transmission and 1953 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chrysler Chronos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1998 Chrysler Chronos | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB4 | Chronos |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3330 mm |
