1971 Ford Capri vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1971 Ford Capri. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 508 kg more than 1971 Ford Capri. 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, 2006 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Capri. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Capri | 2006 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Capri | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2637 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 88 L |
