1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2001 Ford Econoline is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 505 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Vantage | Econoline |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3510 mm |