1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1975 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Centura is newer by 11 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 1975 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB5 | Centura |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
