2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1958 Maserati GT 3500
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati GT 3500 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1656 kg more than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Maserati GT 3500. (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Maserati GT 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1958 Maserati GT 3500 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | F-150 | GT 3500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2610 mm |
