2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1982 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 535 kg more than 1982 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Mustang | 420 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |