1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2000 Ford Escape is newer by 38 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 3,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 245 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2000 Ford Escape | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | Escape |
Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3669 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 59 L |