1982 Maserati 420 vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati 420.
Because 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati 420 | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Maserati | Honda |
| Model | 420 | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2797 mm |
