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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm @ 4000 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 | Convertible | Pickup |
| 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 | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 98 L |
