1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 870 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 2005 Maserati Coupe 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 2005 Maserati Coupe. 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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2005 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Festiva | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |
