1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1972 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1972 Chrysler 160 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1972 Chrysler 160. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1972 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB4 | 160 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
