1987 Maserati 420 vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1987 Maserati 420 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 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 164 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 504. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 504. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Maserati 420 | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | 420 | 504 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |