1960 Aston Martin DBR2 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DBR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 378 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DBR2.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DBR2 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DBR2 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |
