1984 Maserati 420 vs. 2004 Maybach 62
To start off, 2004 Maybach 62 is newer by 20 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1625 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, 2004 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Maserati 420 | 2004 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Maserati | Maybach |
Model | 420 | 62 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3830 mm |