1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1971 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 100 kg more than 1960 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 1971 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | DB4 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 4341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |