2005 Ford FPV BF GT vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford FPV BF GT 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 121 more horse power than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin DBS.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford FPV BF GT | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | FPV BF GT | DBS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4722 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1905 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |