1967 Ford Corsair vs. 1962 Maserati 151

To start off, 1967 Ford Corsair is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 151 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Ford Corsair 1962 Maserati 151
Make Ford Maserati
Model Corsair 151
Year Released 1967 1962
Engine Size 1498 cc 3942 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 487 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 885 kg 895 kg
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2310 mm