1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-350. (362 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 667 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB7 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 110 L |
