2003 Ford Econoline vs. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2003 Ford Econoline is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econoline weights approximately 511 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Econoline | 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Econoline | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2620 mm |