1997 Lexus SC vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 1997 Lexus SC is newer by 13 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 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus SC weights approximately 370 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.
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 Lexus SC (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus SC | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | SC | 420 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
