1982 Maserati 420 vs. 1962 Zastava 750
To start off, 1982 Maserati 420 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1962 Zastava 750. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1962 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati 420 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1962 Zastava 750. 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, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Zastava 750. (46 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati 420 | 1962 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Maserati | Zastava |
| Model | 420 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
