1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 Ford Expedition
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 397 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 132 L |