1984 Maserati 420 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 317 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 1984 Maserati 420 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 420 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | 420 | CC |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
