1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1985 Maserati 420
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1985 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 273 kg more than 1985 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1985 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 512 M | 420 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2491 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |