1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 975 kg more than 1960 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1999 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | DB4 | Econoline |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3510 mm |