1983 Maserati 420 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1983 Maserati 420. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 484 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.
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, 2013 Porsche 911, 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati 420 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 420 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
