1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. (226 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 560 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, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler New Yorker 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 | 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB5 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |
