1988 Maserati 420 vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 22 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2010 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2010 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 420. (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 420. 2010 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 1988 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1988 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Maserati 420 | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Maserati | Saab |
Model | 420 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4689 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1529 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2675 mm |