1989 Maserati 420 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1989 Maserati 420.
Because 1989 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 1989 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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, 1989 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 420 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | 420 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
