1987 Maserati 420 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 26 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1167 kg more than 1987 Maserati 420. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 420. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1987 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1987 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 420 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Maserati | GMC |
| Model | 420 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 472 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3645 mm |
