1988 Maserati 420 vs. 2007 Saturn ION
To start off, 2007 Saturn ION is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Saturn ION. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saturn ION weights approximately 154 kg more than 1988 Maserati 420.
Because 1988 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 1988 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saturn ION, 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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn ION. (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 420 | 2007 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Maserati | Saturn |
| Model | 420 | ION |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 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 | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
