1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Maserati 420
To start off, 1986 Maserati 420 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 227 kg more than 1986 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | 420 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |