1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1144 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 106 L |