1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 40 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), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 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, 2005 Ford F-350 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 F-350 (621 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 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 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB5 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| 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 | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 110 L |
