2007 Ford Territory vs. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500

To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (196 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 816 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 has manual transmission. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Territory 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
Make Ford Maserati
Model Territory Gran Turismo 3500
Year Released 2007 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 3481 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 244 HP 196 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 345 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2016 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2610 mm


 

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