1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (212 HP @ 4450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 699 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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 Zagato (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3510 mm |
