1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 56 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1456 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. 2011 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1955 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1955 Aston Martin DB2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB2 | E-150 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2579 cc | 4600 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 | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 125 L |