1985 Maserati 420 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1985 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 208 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Maserati 420 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Maserati | Porsche |
Model | 420 | 993 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |