1983 Maserati 420 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 26 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 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Maserati 420. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 149 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Maserati 420 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | 420 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2980 mm |