1987 Maserati 420 vs. 1978 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1987 Maserati 420 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1978 Reliant SE6. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1978 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 75 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Maserati 420 | 1978 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Maserati | Reliant |
Model | 420 | SE6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |