1971 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 2001 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2001 Ford Econoline is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline.
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, 1971 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Aston Martin DB6 | 2001 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | DB6 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3510 mm |
