1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 18 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB4 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1757 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
