1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1960 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Maserati 3500 (223 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 240 kg more than 1960 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1960 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Scorpio | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
