1984 Maserati 420 vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1984 Maserati 420 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 150 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Maserati 420 | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | 420 | 504 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |