1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB4 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3669 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3800 mm |
