1992 Ford Falcon vs. 1958 Maserati GT 3500
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati GT 3500 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 300 kg more than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Falcon (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Maserati GT 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Falcon | 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Falcon | GT 3500 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
