1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2013 Ford F-150

To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (266 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Ford F-150 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (346 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. 2013 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1961 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Aston Martin DB4 2013 Ford F-150
Make Aston Martin Ford
Model DB4 F-150
Year Released 1961 2013
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3670 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 266 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1353 kg 2593 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 6195 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 2464 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 3988 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 136 L


 

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