2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1983 Maserati 420. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 28 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati 420. (308 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1983 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Expedition | 420 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
