1985 Maserati 420 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 25 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 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 168 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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Maserati 420 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Maserati | Maserati |
Model | 420 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1222 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2576 mm |