1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon is newer by 42 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Falcon weights approximately 51 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
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 @ 3850 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB5 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1581 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
