1985 Maserati 420 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 22 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 288 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.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati 420 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | 420 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
