1986 Maserati 420 vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 24 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 407. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 623 kg more than 1986 Maserati 420.
Because 1986 Maserati 420 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot 407 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 420. 2010 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 1986 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1986 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Maserati 420 | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | 420 | 407 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |