2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 955 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-350. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-350. 2012 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2003 Aston Martin DB7 has manual transmission. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB7 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 132 L |