1986 Ford Capri vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 1986 Ford Capri is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati 420 (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Capri weights approximately 2 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420.
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, 1983 Maserati 420 (308 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (95 Nm). This means 1983 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Capri | 1983 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Capri | 420 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1180 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2610 mm |
