1972 Ford Mustang vs. 1989 Maserati 430
To start off, 1989 Maserati 430 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 430. (247 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 296 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 430. (375 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 1989 Maserati 430 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Mustang | 430 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
