2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1988 Maserati 420
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1681 kg more than 1988 Maserati 420.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 420. (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1988 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Freestyle | 420 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
