1982 Maserati 420 vs. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 25 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1982 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 750 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, 2007 Maserati Quattroporte (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Maserati 420 | 2007 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Maserati | Maserati |
Model | 420 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |