1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 35 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 991 kg more than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB6 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 2488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 132 L |
