1960 Maserati 3500 vs. 2006 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Ford Falcon is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Falcon weights approximately 330 kg more than 1960 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:
| 1960 Maserati 3500 | 2006 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | 3500 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
