1982 Maserati 420 vs. 1989 Maserati 430
To start off, 1989 Maserati 430 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 430 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati 420 | 1989 Maserati 430 | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | 420 | 430 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
