1961 Maserati 3500 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1961 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1961 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1399 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Maserati 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500. 2013 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1961 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1961 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 3500 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | 3500 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3378 mm |
