1989 Maserati 430 vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 22 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 106 more horse power than 2011 Seat Exeo. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430.
Because 1989 Maserati 430 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 430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo, 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 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Exeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 430 | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | 430 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2642 mm |
