1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (279 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 340 Mexico | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4101 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3510 mm |
