1989 Maserati 430 vs. 1984 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1989 Maserati 430 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430.
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 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 430 | 1984 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | 430 | 604 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 2847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
