2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1987 Maserati 420
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 902 kg more than 1987 Maserati 420.
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, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 420. 2008 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1987 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1987 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1987 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Explorer | 420 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2610 mm |
