1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 21 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 735 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Fairlane | 151 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
