1992 Ford Falcon vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 31 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 115 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Falcon | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Falcon | 3500 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |