1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB3 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 110 L |
