1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1958 Maserati 450
To start off, 1968 Ford Ranchero is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Ford Ranchero. (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Ranchero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 775 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Maserati 450.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Ranchero | 1958 Maserati 450 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Ranchero | 450 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 4478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 487 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 790 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |