1987 Ford Falcon vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 310 kg more than 1987 Ford Falcon. 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Falcon | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Falcon | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
