1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1975 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1975 Ford Maverick is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1975 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 55 kg more than 1975 Ford Maverick. 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1975 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 250 GT | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |
