1974 Chrysler 160 vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 925 kg more than 1974 Chrysler 160. 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 Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler 160. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler 160 | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
| Model | 160 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2990 mm |
