1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1666 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB4 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 3016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 167 L |
