1968 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1968 Ford Mustang. (335 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Mustang | DBS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2741 mm |
