1982 Maserati 420 vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 90 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420.
Because 1982 Maserati 420 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Maserati 420 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | 420 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2601 mm |