1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 270 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Jimmy | 420 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
