1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 48 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 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 | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 98 L |