1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 335 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
| Model | Charger | DBS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2741 mm |
