1982 Maserati 420 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 30 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1982 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 770 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.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati 420 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | 420 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2807 mm |
