1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 44 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 590 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB4 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 82 L |
