1963 Ford Taunus vs. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 1963 Ford Taunus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1963 Ford Taunus. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 655 kg more than 1963 Ford Taunus. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Taunus | 1960 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Taunus | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
