1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 790 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Maserati Quattroporte (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1975 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Festiva | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |