1988 Maserati 420 vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 15 kg more than 1988 Maserati 420.
Because 1988 Maserati 420 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 1988 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus, 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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Maserati 420 | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | 420 | Focus |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2614 mm |