1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 47 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1605 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4198 cc |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3490 mm |