1982 Maserati 420 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1982 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 655 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 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati 420 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | 420 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2912 mm |
