1994 Ford Royale vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Royale would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1994 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Royale.
Because 2007 Maserati GT 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 2007 Maserati GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Royale, 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Royale | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Royale | GT |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
