1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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 378 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 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-350 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 115 L |