1985 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1959 Maserati 420
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 4,190 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati 420 (405 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 655 kg more than 1959 Maserati 420.
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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1985 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1959 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 328 GTS | 420 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 4190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |