1959 Maserati 420 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 53 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 420 (405 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1364 kg more than 1959 Maserati 420.
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:
| 1959 Maserati 420 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Maserati | GMC |
| Model | 420 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4190 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2946 mm |
