1984 Maserati 420 vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 28 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 655 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 2012 Audi A6 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, 2012 Audi A6 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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Maserati 420 | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Maserati | Audi |
Model | 420 | A6 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2913 mm |