1953 Ford 12 M vs. 1953 Maserati A6GCM
To start off, both 1953 Ford 12 M and 1953 Maserati A6GCM were released in the same year (1953). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Maserati A6GCM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Maserati A6GCM (194 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1953 Ford 12 M. (37 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Maserati A6GCM should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford 12 M.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford 12 M | 1953 Maserati A6GCM | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | 12 M | A6GCM |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
