2009 Ford Flex vs. 1988 Maserati 420
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 21 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 420 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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, 2009 Ford Flex, 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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 420. (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 420. 2009 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 1988 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1988 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Flex | 1988 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Flex | 420 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |