1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 128 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo, 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, both vehicles can yield 360 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2007 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 58 L |