1984 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport
To start off, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Escort | V8 GranSport |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
