1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 440 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB3 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2210 mm |
