1986 Maserati 420 vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 23 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 420.
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 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 420 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 420 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
