2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird 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 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1983 Maserati 420. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 572 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.
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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati 420. (308 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 1983 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Thunderbird | 420 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
