2004 Ford GT vs. 1960 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 20 kg more than 1960 Maserati 5000 GT. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford GT | 1960 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | GT | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
