1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 60 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (252 Nm). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | Ranger |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |