1990 Audi 90 vs. 1990 Maserati 420
To start off, both 1990 Audi 90 and 1990 Maserati 420 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati 420 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1990 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 90, 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, 1990 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 90 | 1990 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | 90 | 420 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |