1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1149 kg more than 1955 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, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB2 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 388 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 | 1155 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 132 L |
