1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (310 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1731 kg more than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (389 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB5 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 167 L |
