1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1959 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1446 kg more than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Econoline | 1959 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Econoline | Victor |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1508 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2550 mm |