1985 Maserati 420 vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima is newer by 19 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Altima weights approximately 196 kg more than 1985 Maserati 420.
Because 1985 Maserati 420 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 1985 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati 420 | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 420 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
