1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 845 kg more than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Econoline | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |
