1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 11 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 405 kg more than 2010 Aston Martin Rapide.
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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
| Model | Econoline | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4450 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2990 mm |
