1982 Maserati 420 vs. 1968 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1982 Maserati 420 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 700C 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 1968 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati 420 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1968 Steyr 700C. 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 700C. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati 420 | 1968 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Maserati | Steyr |
| Model | 420 | 700C |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1950 mm |
