1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1974 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB5 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 167 L |
