1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon is newer by 44 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Ford Falcon. (210 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Falcon weights approximately 135 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Falcon 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 | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB4 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1485 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |
