1956 Ford F vs. 1959 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1959 Maserati 3500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford F would be higher. At 4,458 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1956 Ford F. (156 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford F weights approximately 746 kg more than 1959 Maserati 3500.
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:
| 1956 Ford F | 1959 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | F | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4458 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
