2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1963 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1963 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1963 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1963 Maserati 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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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2003 Ford F-250 | 1963 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | F-250 | 3500 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |