1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 50 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1261 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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-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 | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | E-150 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 132 L |