1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 44 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 564 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 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 | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB5 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 136 L |
