1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 1982 Maserati 420 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Land Rover 109 | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
Model | 109 | 420 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |