1989 Maserati 430 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 430 would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Maserati 430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 430. (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 430 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | 430 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
