1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1212 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB2 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 132 L |
