1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB2. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB2 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB2 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:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB2 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 98 L |
