2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1988 Maserati 420
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 20 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 420 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Because 1988 Maserati 420 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Bantam | 1988 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Bantam | 420 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
