1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1973 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (201 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 149 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1973 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | DB4 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |