1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 775 kg more than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
| Model | Imperial | DB6 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2590 mm |
