1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2275 kg more than 1958 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 Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Excursion (475 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1958 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB3 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 3215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |
