1984 Maserati 420 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 275 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 420 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | 420 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2624 mm |
