1982 Maserati 420 vs. 2009 SSC Aero
To start off, 2009 SSC Aero is newer by 27 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 865 more horse power than 1982 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SSC Aero weights approximately 113 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, 2009 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1049 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati 420 | 2009 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Maserati | SSC |
| Model | 420 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1090 mm |
