1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (325 Nm). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB5 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 98 L |
