1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1968 Chrysler Newport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 740 kg more than 1962 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport 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 | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB4 | Newport |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3669 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 90 L |
