1979 Ford Falcon vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 1979 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 780 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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:
| 1979 Ford Falcon | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Falcon | Tipo 61 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 2890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
