1997 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 1985 Maserati 420
To start off, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 12 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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 544 more horse power than 1985 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 468 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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | 1985 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Lotec | Maserati |
Model | Testa de Oro | 420 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2491 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 741 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 900 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 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 | 1650 kg | 1182 kg |