1982 Maserati 420 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 31 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 810 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati 420 | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Maserati | Aston Martin |
| Model | 420 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2989 mm |
