1987 Maserati 420 vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1987 Maserati 420.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 1987 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 420 | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | 420 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2990 mm |
