1984 Maserati 420 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 21 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 420 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 420 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | 420 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1065 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
