1984 Ford Falcon vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1984 Ford Falcon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Falcon weights approximately 44 kg more than 1961 Maserati 3500.
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, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Falcon | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Falcon | 3500 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |