1972 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 676 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. 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, 2004 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Cortina | 2004 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Cortina | Coupe |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 451 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 88 L |