1982 Maserati 420 vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV is newer by 21 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1982 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, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati 420 | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Maserati | Panoz |
| Model | 420 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
