1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1958 Maserati 450
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (302 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
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 (569 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Maserati 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1958 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Econoline | 450 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2415 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
