1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 511 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | V8 Volante | Econoline |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2325 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 |