1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 820 kg more than 1968 Aston Martin DB6.
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 (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Econoline | DB6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2590 mm |
