1966 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1231 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB6 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB6 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 144 L |
