1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 48 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 25 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 651 kg more than 1958 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1958 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | DB4 | 300 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 71 L |