1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2000 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2000 Ford Econoline is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1411 kg more than 1956 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, 2000 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2000 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB3 | Econoline |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3510 mm |