2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin V12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin V12 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-150. (411 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 889 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin V12.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Aston Martin V12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Aston Martin V12. (542 Nm). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Aston Martin V12. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2004 Aston Martin V12 has manual transmission. 2004 Aston Martin V12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin V12 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V12 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
