1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 365 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | Fusion |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 66 L |