1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 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 370 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 1965 Aston Martin DB5 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 1965 Aston Martin DB5. 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (339 Nm). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB5 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |
