1985 Maserati 420 vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 14 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 3,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (168 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1985 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati 420 | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Maserati | GAZ |
| Model | 420 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
