1959 Maserati 420 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 4,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 420 (405 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (276 HP @ 2650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1959 Maserati 420.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Maserati 420 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | 420 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4190 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
