2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1989 Maserati Royale
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati Royale would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Maserati Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati Royale (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Royale should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati Royale weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Maserati Royale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1989 Maserati Royale | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Five Hundred | Royale |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
