1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (302 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 601 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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 (569 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Volante | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3510 mm |
