1944 Maserati 4 vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 1981 Toyota Soarer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Maserati 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Maserati 4 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Maserati 4 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Maserati 4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 550 kg more than 1944 Maserati 4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Maserati 4 | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1180 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
