1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1379 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB4 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 98 L |
