2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 620 kg more than 2000 Aston Martin DB7.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DB7 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3800 mm |
