1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS 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 715 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin DBS 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:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | F-250 | DBS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2741 mm |
