2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Maserati 3500. (232 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1961 Maserati 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 1961 Maserati 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 1961 Maserati 3500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus, 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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Maserati 3500. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Maserati 3500. 2008 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1961 Maserati 3500 has manual transmission. 1961 Maserati 3500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Taurus | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Taurus | 3500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |