1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 50 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Ford Expedition. (306 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1427 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. 2013 Ford Expedition 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. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB4 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 310 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 106 L |
