2001 Ford Econovan vs. 1965 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mexico (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 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, 1965 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 1965 Maserati Mexico | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Econovan | Mexico |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2650 mm |
