2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1982 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2060 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Excursion | 420 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2610 mm |