2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1161 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-250. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | F-250 | DBS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 5900 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 80 L |
