2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2001 Ford EX
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX 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 133 more horse power than 2001 Ford EX. (370 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2001 Ford EX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DBS | EX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 567 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
