1983 Maserati 420 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Maserati 420. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 605 kg more than 1983 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati 420 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 420 | E |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
