1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Ford F-150

To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 45 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150.

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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 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 2007 Ford F-150
Make Aston Martin Ford
Model DB4 F-150
Year Released 1962 2007
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3670 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 204 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 324 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.2:1 9.2:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 3520 mm


 

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