1984 Maserati 420 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1984 Maserati 420 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420.
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, 1984 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Maserati 420 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
Make | Maserati | Rover |
Model | 420 | P4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |