1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1989 Maserati 420
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 420.
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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1989 Maserati 420 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Maserati |
Model | Guara | 420 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |