1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 42 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 68 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 285 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB5 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |
