2001 Ford F-250 vs. 1958 Maserati 450
To start off, 2001 Ford F-250 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
Because 2001 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-250. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-250. 2001 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-250 | 1958 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | F-250 | 450 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2410 mm |
