2004 Ford Focus vs. 1964 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Maserati 3500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1964 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1964 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Focus | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
