1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1978 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
| Model | 160 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2745 mm |
