1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 50 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 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (234 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 30 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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 DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB5 | Fusion |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 66 L |