1984 Maserati 420 vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 508 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.
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.
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1984 Maserati 420 | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Maserati | Ferrari |
Model | 420 | 599 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 611 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1688 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |