1986 Maserati 420 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 26 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 322 kg more than 1986 Maserati 420.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 Subaru Forester 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. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 420 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | 420 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2616 mm |
