1984 Maserati 420 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 250 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Maserati 420 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | 420 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |