2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1963 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1963 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DBS | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
