2008 Ford E-250 vs. 1968 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 158 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250. 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, 2008 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Maserati Mistral. (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Maserati Mistral. 2008 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1968 Maserati Mistral has manual transmission. 1968 Maserati Mistral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-250 | 1968 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | E-250 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
