1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 810 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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.
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1999 Ford Mustang | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Mustang | Tipo 61 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2890 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |