1959 Maserati 3500 vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 721 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. 2010 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1959 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1959 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Maserati 3500 | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | 3500 | Explorer |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2021 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4912 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2888 mm |