1967 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 735 kg more than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB6 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3800 mm |
