1985 Maserati 420 vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 24 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (414 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1985 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 147 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, 2009 Pontiac G8 (563 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Maserati 420 | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | Maserati | Pontiac |
Model | 420 | G8 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2920 mm |