2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 2007 Ford F-450
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Aston Martin DB9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Aston Martin DB9 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-450. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-450.
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 DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-450. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-450.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 2007 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB9 | F-450 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 557 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 110 L |