1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2012 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2012 Ford Transit Connect 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 224 kg more than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Transit Connect, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2012 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 58 L |