1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 47 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (248 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 98 L |