2008 Ford Focus vs. 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 49 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 3,481 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 162 kg more than 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500.
Because 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 (345 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1959 Maserati Gran Turismo 3500 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Focus | Gran Turismo 3500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
