1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1989 Maserati 420
To start off, 1989 Maserati 420 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 255 kg more than 1989 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 420. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo has automatic transmission and 1989 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1989 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1989 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 420 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
