1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 885 kg more than 1970 Maserati Indy.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Maserati Indy. (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Maserati Indy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Econoline | Indy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2610 mm |
