1990 Maserati 420 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1990 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 849 kg more than 1990 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Maserati 420. (258 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati 420 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Maserati | Audi |
| Model | 420 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2992 mm |
