1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1961 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 830 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
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 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 1961 Chrysler Imperial | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | DB5 | Imperial |
Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3800 mm |