1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1954 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB3 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
