2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1967 Aston Martin DB6.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Aston Martin DB6. 2003 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1967 Aston Martin DB6 has manual transmission. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | F-250 | DB6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2620 mm |
