1965 Maserati Tipo 65 vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Tipo 65. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 would be higher. At 5,046 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 (424 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mustang. (305 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Tipo 65 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 667 kg more than 1965 Maserati Tipo 65.
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.
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1965 Maserati Tipo 65 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | Tipo 65 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 5046 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1627 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |