2003 Ford Econovan vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 35 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Ford Econovan. 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, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Econovan | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | Ford | Aston Martin |
Model | Econovan | DB6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |