1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 36 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Aston Martin DB6. 2005 Ford Expedition 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. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB6 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 106 L |
