2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1959 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Maserati 3500. (223 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1959 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1959 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Expedition | 1959 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Expedition | 3500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
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 | 300 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |