1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 13 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB4 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
