2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2005 Ford F-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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150. 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, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (325 Nm). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | F-150 | DB6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |