2008 Ford Focus vs. 1989 Maserati 420
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 187 kg more than 1989 Maserati 420.
Because 1989 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 1989 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, 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, 1989 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1989 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Focus | 420 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
