2006 Ford F-350 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-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-350. (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 487 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 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-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | F-350 | DBS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
