1988 Maserati 420 vs. 1973 Tatra T613
To start off, 1988 Maserati 420 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T613 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1988 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, 1973 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 420. (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Maserati 420 | 1973 Tatra T613 | |
Make | Maserati | Tatra |
Model | 420 | T613 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2990 mm |