1987 Maserati 420 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 23 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 265 kg more than 1987 Maserati 420.
Because 1987 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 1987 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord, 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, 1987 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Maserati 420 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Maserati | Honda |
Model | 420 | Accord |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2741 mm |