1986 Maserati 420 vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 22 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 547 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 420 | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | 420 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
