1990 Audi 200 vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 1990 Audi 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 200 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420.
Because 1982 Maserati 420 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 1982 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 200, 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, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 200 | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | 200 | 420 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |