1982 Maserati 420 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1982 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 271 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.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Maserati 420 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
Model | 420 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 498 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2685 mm |