1989 Maserati 420 vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 4 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. Both 1989 Maserati 420 and 1993 Peugeot 306 are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 306. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 10 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, 1993 Peugeot 306, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (190 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 420 | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | 420 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
