1983 Maserati 420 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 28 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati 420 (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420.
Because 1983 Maserati 420 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati 420 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | 420 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
