2005 Ford Econoline vs. 1989 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1989 Maserati Shamal.
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, 1989 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econoline | 1989 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Econoline | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2520 mm |
