2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1959 Maserati 420
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 420 (405 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 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.
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2005 Ford Expedition | 1959 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Expedition | 420 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |