1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 50 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 93 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Fusion 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, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion. 2009 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | Fusion |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |