1958 Ford Prefect vs. 1958 Maserati 420M
To start off, both 1958 Ford Prefect and 1958 Maserati 420M were released in the same year (1958). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 420M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 420M (405 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 420M should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Prefect weights approximately 5 kg more than 1958 Maserati 420M.
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:
| 1958 Ford Prefect | 1958 Maserati 420M | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Prefect | 420M |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
