2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 758 kg more than 1968 Aston Martin DB6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford E-150. (373 Nm). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | E-150 | DB6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 72 L |
