1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1986 Maserati 420
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 570 kg more than 1986 Maserati 420.
Because 1986 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 1986 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1986 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Venture | 420 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |