1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 47 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 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 369 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 will offer significantly more control. 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 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | DB4 | 300 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3050 mm |