1989 Maserati 430 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 88 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 142 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Tacoma. 2011 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1989 Maserati 430 has manual transmission. 1989 Maserati 430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 430 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 430 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3240 mm |
