1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 335 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Econoline |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3510 mm |