2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena vs. 1986 Maserati 420
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 14 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 3,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 515 kg more than 1986 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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 420. (258 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | 1986 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | KS 360 Modena | 420 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3572 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 773 Nm | 258 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |