2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 420 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 1984 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 1984 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350, 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-350 | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | F-350 | 420 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2610 mm |