2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 61
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Tipo 61. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 (247 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 61.
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.
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2006 Ford Mustang | 1959 Maserati Tipo 61 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Mustang | Tipo 61 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2890 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |