1988 Maserati 420 vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 24 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 775 kg more than 1988 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Honda Pilot, 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 420. (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 420. 2012 Honda Pilot 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. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 420 | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Maserati | Honda |
| Model | 420 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2774 mm |
