1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 51 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 2009 Ford F-150 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB3. 2009 Ford F-150 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. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB3 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |