1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 56 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, 2009 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 2009 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | Focus |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |