1979 Ford LTD vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. (247 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. 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. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 has manual transmission. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Ford LTD | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | LTD | Tipo 61 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2890 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2210 mm |