1975 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Maserati 430
To start off, 1989 Maserati 430 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 430 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 430 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 1989 Maserati 430 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Escort | 430 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 1097 cc | 2789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 247 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |