2001 Ford Econovan vs. 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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, 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Econovan | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
