1987 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1959 Maserati 250
To start off, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 250 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 250 (232 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1959 Maserati 250.
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. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1959 Maserati 250 has manual transmission. 1959 Maserati 250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Crown Victoria | 1959 Maserati 250 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 250 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 660 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2160 mm |
