1987 Maserati 420 vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Maserati 420 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Maserati 420 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1987 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Maserati 420 | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | 420 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |