2007 Ford Mustang vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Mustang.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Maserati 151. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Maserati 151.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mustang | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Mustang | 151 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
