1989 Maserati 420 vs. 2008 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2008 Opel Speedster is newer by 19 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 2008 Opel Speedster are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 420 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 420 | 2008 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | 420 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
