1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (213 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 615 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 400.
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 (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 400 | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4821 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3510 mm |
