1987 Audi 90 vs. 1988 Maserati 420
To start off, 1988 Maserati 420 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Audi 90. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 90 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1988 Maserati 420.
Because 1988 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 1988 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 90, 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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 90. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi 90 | 1988 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | 90 | 420 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |