1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1977 Chrysler 1610
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1610 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler 1610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Chrysler 1610. 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, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler 1610. (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler 1610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB2 | 1977 Chrysler 1610 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB2 | 1610 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 65 L |
