2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | DBS | Newport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |
