1980 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 1984 Maserati 420 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Maserati Quattroporte (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 720 kg more than 1984 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Maserati Quattroporte | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Quattroporte | 420 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4136 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
