1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 41 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 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 2 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Sebring, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Sebring. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB4 | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
