1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. 1997 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1963 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3050 mm |