1985 Maserati 420 vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati 420 | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | 420 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 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 | 1182 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
