2009 Ford E-250 vs. 1958 Maserati 300
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 300 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 300 (243 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-250 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1958 Maserati 300.
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. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati 300 has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 1958 Maserati 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | E-250 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2320 mm |
