1988 Ford Meteor vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor is newer by 27 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 161 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 1961 Maserati 3500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Meteor | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
