1984 Maserati 420 vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 115 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 420 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | 420 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
