1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 42 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 799 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (332 Nm). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB4 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |
