1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1978 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 20 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 168 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 160. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1978 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB4 | 160 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
