2000 Audi R8 vs. 1988 Maserati 420
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 420 weights approximately 1173 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 420. (259 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 420. 2000 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1988 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1988 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1988 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | R8 | 420 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
