2001 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2010 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2001 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-250. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-250. 2001 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2010 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2010 Aston Martin DBS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-250 | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | F-250 | DBS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 78 L |
