1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 42 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1966 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion 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 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB4 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 3216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 167 L |
