1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1990 Maserati 420
To start off, 1990 Maserati 420 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1990 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati 420 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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.
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1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1990 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 365 GT4 | 420 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |