1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Allante is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 528 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante, 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, 1993 Cadillac Allante (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | Allante | 420 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
