1984 Maserati 420 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 665 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. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 420 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 420 | GLK |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2016 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2755 mm |
