2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1961 Maserati 5000 GT
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 5000 GT weights approximately 221 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. 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. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1961 Maserati 5000 GT has manual transmission. 1961 Maserati 5000 GT 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1961 Maserati 5000 GT | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Expedition | 5000 GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
