1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 913 kg more than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1969 Aston Martin DB6 has manual transmission. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB6 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3490 mm |
