2008 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-450. (399 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-450.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Aston Martin DB7. (543 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB7 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB7 | F-450 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 142 L |