1955 Aston Martin DB3 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 DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB3 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 87 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1299 kg more than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB3 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
