1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 1970 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 540 kg more than 1962 Maserati 151.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (408 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Falcon | 151 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
