1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 700 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Explorer | Gran Turismo 3500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
