1986 Maserati 420 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2005 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 420 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | 420 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1307 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
