2000 Ford Artic vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 2000 Ford Artic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Artic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Artic weights approximately 118 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420.
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, 2000 Ford Artic (325 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Artic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Artic | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Artic | 420 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2610 mm |
