1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 50 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 465 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 1959 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 1959 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country 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 | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB4 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |
