1982 Maserati 420 vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 524 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420. 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Maserati 420 | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | 420 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4955 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2838 mm |