2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mustang. (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 203 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Mustang | DBS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |