2005 Ford Econoline vs. 1956 Maserati 450
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1535 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econoline | 1956 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Econoline | 450 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
