1957 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 773 kg more than 1957 Ford Escort. 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort. 2007 Maserati GT has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Escort | 2007 Maserati GT | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Escort | GT |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 90 L |